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Manufacturing, Logistics and Supply Chain articles
Manufacturing and Supply Chain IT articles comprising case studies, product information, opinion articles, reports, new contract wins, product launches, opinion from the trade associations, government departments, research analysts, the vendor community. These articles are about specific industry IT solutions and topics relating to how improvements and efficiency gains can be made by the use of information technology within supply chain applications. All topics are covered in these articles which include ERP/MRP, Manufacturing Software, Advanced Planning, Demand Forecasting, Supply Chain Management, Warehouse Management Software, Automatic Identification/Datacapture, Voice-Directed Warehousing, Printing & Labelling, Transport Management, Asset Management Software and Mobile Computing.
Nearly nine in ten SMEs in the IT sector are a runaway success, according to their owners
Oct 18, 2017
The latest Aldermore Future Attitudes report reveals that nearly nine in ten (85%) of small and medium sized business (SME) owners in the IT sector admit to their business being a success.
Baxter Planning Systems receives strategic growth investment from Polaris Partners
Oct 18, 2017
Baxter Planning Systems, a supply chain SaaS company, has received a growth investment from Polaris Partners. Baxter's software platform, Prophet, helps OEMs optimise their aftermarket operations by significantly reducing inventory and transport costs while improving service levels.
Maxoptra helps Ash Logistics automate furniture deliveries
Oct 18, 2017
Furniture delivery specialist Ash Logistics is using Maxoptra's dynamic route planning and scheduling software to improve the co-ordination and efficiency of its nationwide home delivery service.
Echo Global Logistics implements Anaplan’s connected planning platform to improve decision-making and agility
Oct 18, 2017
Echo Global Logistics, Inc., provider of technology-enabled transportation management services, recently completed deployment of Anaplan's cloud-based platform to strengthen its finance operation and analysis capabilities.
Indoorway Industry 4.0 enables data-driven management in factories and warehouses
Oct 18, 2017
Indoorway has launched a set of tools for monitoring and traffic analysis in manufacturing or logistics sites.
Gregory Distribution centralises fleet management with Freeway software
Oct 18, 2017
Gregory Distribution has implemented the latest software from Freeway Fleet Systems to centrally manage stores and workshops across the UK.
The MiX Telematics Safety Road Show heads to Rockingham
Oct 18, 2017
MiX Telematics is making final preparations for its 2017 Safety Road Show, an event designed to showcase the role that state-of-the-art telematics systems can play to enhance road safety while also delivering significant operational benefits.
Logistics Information Technology News (LogisticsIT.com)
Logistics information technology (LIT) is the use of information technology (IT) to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of logistics operations. LIT encompasses a wide range of technologies, including:
- Barcoding and electronic data interchange (EDI): These technologies are used to automate the exchange of data between different parts of the supply chain.
- Warehouse management systems (WMS): These systems are used to track inventory levels, manage orders, and optimize the flow of goods in and out of warehouses.
- Transportation management systems (TMS): These systems are used to plan and track shipments, manage carriers, and optimize routes.
- Fleet management systems (FMS): These systems are used to track and monitor vehicles, manage fuel consumption, and improve driver safety.
- Geospatial technologies: These technologies are used to track the location of goods in real time and optimize delivery routes.
- Artificial intelligence (AI): AI is being used in logistics to automate tasks, improve decision-making, and optimize operations.
LIT can help logistics organizations to improve their performance in a number of ways, including:
- Increased efficiency: LIT can help to automate tasks, streamline processes, and improve communication between different parts of the supply chain. This can lead to significant reductions in costs and improved efficiency.
- Improved visibility: LIT can help to track the location of goods in real time and provide visibility into the entire supply chain. This can help to identify and resolve problems more quickly and improve customer satisfaction.
- Enhanced decision-making: LIT can help to provide decision-makers with real-time data and insights. This can help them to make better decisions about things like inventory levels, shipping routes, and pricing.
